I'm a huge fan of his bass voice, but it's his bari-tenor in this one that made me cry. It's such a moving song and he brings out all the emotions in it perfectly. His arranging talent is unparalleled. So, SO good and suited for his voice. This is the second song he's done that Tennessee Ernie was known for. Not so fun fact: the piano was a half step flat and he had to play it against the soundtrack. I can't even imagine how he did it. *shudder
@@robertboling9057 lower yes, by one note. Tomi P is even lower at F0 and higher at F6. It’s a personal preference on what tone you like best. I prefer a clear tone to a growl, but I admire Tim’s talent and his voice is perfect for country.
@@robertboling9057 Geoff has admitted he doesn't sing loud but that still doesn't take away from the fact that they both have the same low bass tone. As far as Time blowing a speaker/sound system that can easily be done by the sound engineer. What good is a so called note if you can't hear it enough to understand the word ? At least you can hear the word Geoff is singing. Besides, Geoff has more musical talent than Tim will ever have. Geoff is a musical genius his solo arrangements & productions are unmatched.
He did this one for Kathy, his wife. Then did High and Dry for himself. This one is beautiful. The old folk song goes back to the fur traders that plied the rivers in the Appalachian mountains. The story here was that this fur trader fell in love with the daughter of the chief of the Oneida Iroquois Native American tribe but her father wouldn't let her go. I think it goes back to the 1850s or 60s.
This is so beautiful. It is so different from his other covers. Great reaction. Some others from him to check out is 16 Tons, Monster Mash, and Headless Horseman. They are all great! 😊
Just beautiful. And I love how you comment on the more hidden stuff that we don't always realize is happening in the background. It's really nice watching someone truly enjoying a song like you do.
Chris - I enjoy listening to your reactions. I wish you would do more of Geoff's solo work since you seem very knowledgeable and can truly appreciate it.
I love his entire range. I really do. He has such excellent breath control, he pulls off his high end as well as his low end. His voice just reminds me of silk wrapped in honey. It's smooth and gentle, even on his growls or subharmonics. Melts me every single time. It was really cool to hear you point out the subtle sound of the keys, too. You're the first reactor that I've seen notice that, and I've been waiting to see if anyone did. It's the little things that make this piece - those key sounds add a nice texture to the song for me, almost like a metronome as they set the pace for the whole piece. I love his arrangements, and his filming each of his layers in such a way that the final product looks as if the four Geoff's are actually all interacting together is a wonderful touch. You have to actually think about that and do that intentionally to pull it off like this! And he does it with a lot of his solo pieces. I love it. LOL.
I cannot improve on what Candi Lunsford has to say... This is the most beautiful performance I have ever heard from him...it soothes my soul and makes me weep. Thank you a thousand times thank you
@VVoOꟻF Probably not my friend! She was the person who left a wonderful comment about Geoff in the section! If you scroll through you'll find her....thanks for taking an interest...😁
Another Wonderful reaction to Geoff Castellucci's cover of Shenandoah!!! Just for fun, I looked up the definition of Shenandoah.....Etymology. The word Shenandoah is of unknown Native American origin....Schin-han-dowi, the "River Through the Spruces", On-an-da-goa, the "River of High Mountains" or "Silver-Water", and an Iroguois word for "Big Meadow" have all been proposed by Native American etymologists.
It's funny you bring up hearing the changing of the keys on the upright piano; the piano in the video isn't the one used for the recorded track. Good thing too, if you sub to his Patreon and watch the preview screening of this, you get to hear how this set piece is actually a half-step flat out of tune and Geoff had to deal with listening to that the whole time he was recording the video for this. xD Behind the scenes content is so much fun
Another great reaction!! Hey, Chris, you know right in the middle of the song (after the key change) there’s background music, and I’m not entirely sure whether it’s synth or vocals that might have been modified a little in post. What do you think? It’s a gorgeous, rich, thick sound, whatever it is.
I think it's just voices, but I would have to go back and listen closely with headphones to be completely positive. Like you said though, rich, nonetheless!
Geoff is just incredible. Hard to believe anyone can make music, not just sing, like this.
I'm a huge fan of his bass voice, but it's his bari-tenor in this one that made me cry. It's such a moving song and he brings out all the emotions in it perfectly. His arranging talent is unparalleled. So, SO good and suited for his voice. This is the second song he's done that Tennessee Ernie was known for. Not so fun fact: the piano was a half step flat and he had to play it against the soundtrack. I can't even imagine how he did it. *shudder
I love his high baritone as well. It’s awesome he can go so low but his voice is just gorgeous in this range.
And yet Tim Foust is still deeper and more powerful in his bass voice than Geoff will ever be
@@robertboling9057 lower yes, by one note. Tomi P is even lower at F0 and higher at F6. It’s a personal preference on what tone you like best. I prefer a clear tone to a growl, but I admire Tim’s talent and his voice is perfect for country.
@@robertboling9057 actually the both have the same low notes but Geoff's is much clearer & smoother than Tim's is. Tim's more like a growl.
@@robertboling9057 Geoff has admitted he doesn't sing loud but that still doesn't take away from the fact that they both have the same low bass tone. As far as Time blowing a speaker/sound system that can easily be done by the sound engineer. What good is a so called note if you can't hear it enough to understand the word ? At least you can hear the word Geoff is singing. Besides, Geoff has more musical talent than Tim will ever have. Geoff is a musical genius his solo arrangements & productions are unmatched.
It's a thing of pure beauty. Gorgeous.
He did this one for Kathy, his wife. Then did High and Dry for himself. This one is beautiful. The old folk song goes back to the fur traders that plied the rivers in the Appalachian mountains. The story here was that this fur trader fell in love with the daughter of the chief of the Oneida Iroquois Native American tribe but her father wouldn't let her go. I think it goes back to the 1850s or 60s.
This is so beautiful. It is so different from his other covers. Great reaction. Some others from him to check out is 16 Tons, Monster Mash, and Headless Horseman. They are all great! 😊
Just beautiful. And I love how you comment on the more hidden stuff that we don't always realize is happening in the background. It's really nice watching someone truly enjoying a song like you do.
Thank you! :)
I agree, the bari/tenor is gorgeous!
John Bromley and Kimber’s Men have long held the title for my favorite rendition of this song. They have finally been beaten by Geoff
loved your reaction at the start. Many people who only listen to keyboard music dont even know that piano is a percussive instrument.
it's the proper use of the baritone voicing that made the arrangement pop
Chris - I enjoy listening to your reactions. I wish you would do more of Geoff's solo work since you seem very knowledgeable and can truly appreciate it.
Love love love this. So masterfully done. He's at his best here imo.
I love his entire range. I really do. He has such excellent breath control, he pulls off his high end as well as his low end.
His voice just reminds me of silk wrapped in honey. It's smooth and gentle, even on his growls or subharmonics. Melts me every single time.
It was really cool to hear you point out the subtle sound of the keys, too. You're the first reactor that I've seen notice that, and I've been waiting to see if anyone did. It's the little things that make this piece - those key sounds add a nice texture to the song for me, almost like a metronome as they set the pace for the whole piece.
I love his arrangements, and his filming each of his layers in such a way that the final product looks as if the four Geoff's are actually all interacting together is a wonderful touch. You have to actually think about that and do that intentionally to pull it off like this! And he does it with a lot of his solo pieces. I love it. LOL.
I cannot improve on what Candi Lunsford has to say... This is the most beautiful performance I have ever heard from him...it soothes my soul and makes me weep. Thank you a thousand times thank you
@VVoOꟻF Probably not my friend! She was the person who left a wonderful comment about Geoff in the section! If you scroll through you'll find her....thanks for taking an interest...😁
@VVoOꟻF No prob. I hope you enjoyed the performance as much as those commenting here..😁
Geoff has such a great voice that very few can match. Thanks for the great reaction. I greatly look forward to your first reaction to Angelina Jordan.
Add Geoff's Blackbird cover to your list as well
That was super crazy good! Gorgeous arrangement. Thank you so much for doing this reaction. Fantastic!
I love his mid range....
every time I hear this I like it more ❤️🏴
Love this , Geoff did a masterful job of blending voices for this old song didn't think anyone could come close to Tennessee Ernie Ford, but he does.
I love your reactions. Thanks again. Could you please do a reaction video of Voice Plays version of Once Upon a Dream ? It is beautiful. Thanks
I LOVE the piano and his voice the 2 together are real treat. Just amazing!!!!
I agree!
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Another Wonderful reaction to Geoff Castellucci's cover of Shenandoah!!! Just for fun, I looked up the definition of Shenandoah.....Etymology. The word Shenandoah is of unknown Native American origin....Schin-han-dowi, the "River Through the Spruces", On-an-da-goa, the "River of High Mountains" or "Silver-Water", and an Iroguois word for "Big Meadow" have all been proposed by Native American etymologists.
It's funny you bring up hearing the changing of the keys on the upright piano; the piano in the video isn't the one used for the recorded track. Good thing too, if you sub to his Patreon and watch the preview screening of this, you get to hear how this set piece is actually a half-step flat out of tune and Geoff had to deal with listening to that the whole time he was recording the video for this. xD Behind the scenes content is so much fun
Oh wow!
He certainly does sing with his hands, but he is Italian after all. :-)
My thoughts exactly. All of us Italians do it. If you hold my hands down, I can't even talk - let alone sing!! LOL! 😂
Fantastic x 4 ! 🔥🤯💯. Like everything Geoff does!! 😍
this is such a great description of this beautiful song
My absolutely favorite song. It was first sung by Tennessee Earnie Ford and Geoff, I think does it better.
You should check out Avi kaplan singing first place I go
Another great reaction!! Hey, Chris, you know right in the middle of the song (after the key change) there’s background music, and I’m not entirely sure whether it’s synth or vocals that might have been modified a little in post. What do you think? It’s a gorgeous, rich, thick sound, whatever it is.
I think it's just voices, but I would have to go back and listen closely with headphones to be completely positive. Like you said though, rich, nonetheless!
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It’s pretty insane!
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